it's all about using your imagination. peter must use his to rescue a trunk filled with magical starstuff. and the audience has a role to play, as well. >> and use your thoughts to hoist the sails. >> that's the great thing about the theater. everyone brings their imagination. it's the one thing that we carry with us that nobody can take away. >> i spoke with the play's writer at the legendary theater restaurant, sardi's. >> what's wonderful about the theater is that in the theater, i can say, "see this sword? i'm gonna fight you with it." and you're gonna react as though it's a sword. >> the story of peter pan is over 100 years old. why has it stayed so popular? >> well, how would you feel if someone came home and said, "you never have to have a bedtime, and you never have to have any chores, and you never have to have any homework, and you get to do whatever you want. and you're always going to be as beautiful as you are right now." does that sound good? that's why. >> can you keep a secret? >> yes, i can. but here's one